Load Analysis Model

GATES

The load analysis program (GATES) calculates the deformation of gear tooth components and their consequences on properties such as stress and transmission error (accuracy of ratio) under load. Versatile graphics and reporting features offer a quick interpretation of the resulting analysis and formatting for customer reports.  Links to metrology and manufacturing equipment enable evaluation of existing gear components as well as newly designed components.  Already implemented by some of the most trusted gear design and manufacturing institutions in the UK, the program has been used in the development of an extensive range of marine, industrial and automotive applications. 

Variants

Spur, helical, double helical gears

Description of Functionality

Basic Level

· Import of Spur & Helical design from Gear Design Pro
· Double helical design definition
· Surface Definition (Profile/Flank-line Modification)
· Definition of potential error sources (Pitch)
· Linear stiffness model ('Thin Strip') including potential misaligment
· Transmission error

Standard Level

· Internal gears (pending release 3.X)
· Import 2D measured surface profile (involute and lead)

Advanced Level

· 3D FE model of tooth stiffness
· Definition of shaft, bearing and housing conditions
· Contact and root bending stress (Various graphical interfaces)
· Surface topology imported for analysis
· Multiple loadcase